POSITION SUMMARY

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Counselors will lead and supervise groups of children, ages 3-12 years old, in a variety of sports and recreational activities, while ensuring a fun and safe atmosphere that creates memorable experiences for all campers at Iron Peak. Counselors are responsible for carrying out lesson plans designed by the Camp Director and within a variety of activities sport Fundamentals, coordination, and healthy competition.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

  • Ensure a group of assigned campers is supervised and safe
  • Utilize appropriate behavior management techniques
  • Prepare and lead a variety of activities that are age-appropriate
  • Model good behavior for campers as it relates to sportsmanship, manners, and respectfulness
  • Identify teachable moments and capitalize on them
  • Perform all responsibilities in a manner that guarantees the safety of campers
  • Facilitate and encourage participation, fun, and inclusivity in camp activities
  • Interact with parents in a professional and polite manner
  • Organize and maintain updated camper forms and information for each week
  • Assist with before/after camp drop-off, check-in, and sign-out
  • Assist other counselors/coaches with camp duties
  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
  • 1 year of experience supervising and working with children, preferably as a camp counselor, coach, before/after school monitor, caregiver, daycare provider, or teacher
  • CPR, First Aid, AED certification required and current (course offered at Iron Peak, pre-camp)
  • Flexible work schedule and regular attendance is necessary
  • Experience with a variety of recreational, adventure, and/or athletic activities; knowledge of basic sport skills and instruction
  • Proven ability to maintain a safe environment for others in adherence with provided protocol and standards
  • Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, engage, and lead activities for large groups of children
  • Ability to maintain focus and safety in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
  • Must be detail-orientated and have outstanding organizational, multi-task, and communication skills
  • Ability to remain calm and focused in challenging and stressful situations
  • Must be respectful and friendly to our campers, families, guests, and fellow staff
  • WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Must be able to lift 40 lbs. waist high
  • Will be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time whether indoors or outdoors, and squat, stoop or bend
  • Must be able to identify problems and/or hazards and resolve or report to management
  • Must comply with safety and health code standards
  • Facility has intermittent noise